Colloquium on scientific examination of art

The Arthur M. Sackler Colloquia Series
Scientific Examination of Art: Modern Techniques in Conservation and
    Analysis
March 19-21, 2003
The National Academy of Sciences, Washington, DC

Chaired by: Torsten Wiesel and Roald Hoffmann
Organized by:
    Barbara H. Berrie
    E. Rene de la Rie
    Janis Tomlinson
    John Winter

This international colloquium brings together scientists and
conservators to discuss recent and emerging methods and techniques,
as well as their role in the study and preservation of museum
objects. The first day of the colloquium will feature overviews of
the field, focusing on individual media.  The second day will turn
toward the applications of emerging techniques, such as laser
technology, the aging of pigments and imaging techniques.

For full program, registration form, and information on scholarships
for students please see:
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Jeffrey Zimmer
Exhibitions and Cultural Programs
The National Academy of Sciences
500 Fifth Street, NW
Washington, DC 20001
USA
202-334-2415


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